Aboriginal Liaison Officer – Identified Position

About the Organisation

The Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service (DYHS) was established in 1974 and is the largest Aboriginal community-controlled health service provider in Western Australia, providing care to over 20,000 Aboriginal patients across four clinics in East Perth, Mirrabooka, Maddington and Midland. Our staff enable the delivery of culturally responsive primary health services, focusing on prevention, early intervention, comprehensive care and care coordination including chronic disease management.

About the Benefits

A competitive salary ranging between $75k – $78k commensurate with relevant qualifications, skills and experience is on offer for the right candidate. Other entitlements include:

• Salary packaging up to $15,900
• Study leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• 12 days of personal leave per year
• NAIDOC Day holiday
• Personalised professional development opportunities

About the role

The primary responsibility of this role is to provide support, care co-ordination and advocacy to Aboriginal clients who are admitted to, already in or are being discharged from hospitals, and are Derbarl Yerrigan clients.

The essential criterion of this role is that the successful applicant must be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.

The Aboriginal Liaison Officer will oversee the following functions:

• Provide culturally secure support for Aboriginal patients of DYHS in respect of planned admission(s) to hospitals in Midland, Maddington, Mirrabooka or East Perth (relevant to the location of the ALO).
• Participate in DYHS events and community development activities as directed.
• Participate in ongoing review and assessment of client’s progress.
• Maintain accurate records for reporting and evaluations.
• Develop networks, participate in community projects and provide support to local committees and other community groups in the interest of DYHS.
• Co-ordinate early follow-up care at DYHS clinics post discharge for the first 6 weeks.
• Co-ordinate non- admitted patient care for DYHS clients, including attendance at appointments (including hospital-based services e.g. outpatient clinics) and compliance with treatment schedules.
• Provide health education, advice and support particularly for those clients having chronic disease(s) living in the metropolitan area.
• Liaise with Aboriginal and non- Aboriginal organisations and other health professionals to deliver ongoing health care to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander.
• Provide support to other service providers to ensure quality care through shared case management.
• Undertake cultural education program and organise workshops of relevant hospital liaison issues for staff and clients.
• Work with, doctors, registered nurses, health workers and other health professionals to assist clients of DYHS to have a smooth transition into/out of hospital.
• Provide regular data for various reports of client contact.

SELECTION CRITERIA

Essential

• Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander 50D of the Equal Employment Opportunities Act.
• Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care Practice or equivalent qualification from relevant industry/profession or working towards Certificate IV in Primary Health.
• Comprehensive experience in establishing relationships and liaising with external support services and health service providers including Hospital Liaison.
• Experience in advocating on behalf of Aboriginal clients and demonstrated knowledge of Aboriginal culture and customs and its impact on health outcomes in aboriginal communities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and security of records and information.
• Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team in providing assistance and support to Aboriginal clients.
• Ability to work autonomously with demonstrated ability to remain composed and positive under pressure.
• Well-developed interpersonal and negotiation skills and ability to work and develop collaborative partnerships.
• Knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Relations and Equal Employment Opportunity Legislation.
• Computer literacy skills.

Appointment Pre-requisites

• Provision of the minimum identity proofing requirements.
• Successful Criminal Record Screening Clearance.
• Successful Pre-Employment Health Assessment.
• Successful Working with Children Check.
• Evidence of a current C or C-A Class driver’s licence or other specialised licence class.

A copy of the full Job Description can be obtained by contacting People Services Team on 1300 420 272 or [email protected] using the subject line: Aboriginal Liaison Officer – Identified Position enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Next Steps:

Click “Apply Now” to submit your application. 

Please note shortlisting will commence immediately.

Due to the high number of applications, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service Aboriginal Corporation is an equal opportunity institution, providing educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, colour, gender, age, or disability.

Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service reserves the right to contact the current or most recent employer and evaluate past employment records of applicants selected for interview.

The organisation reserves the right to re-advertise the position or to delay final selection if it is deemed that applicants for the position do not constitute an adequate applicant pool.

Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service Aboriginal Corporation is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.